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Frog Pond Early Learning Center

7204 Harrison Lane, Alexandria, VA 223063.2· 13 reviews
licensed capacity
64
open each week
5 days
monthly, posted tuition
$1,550

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About Frog Pond Early Learning Center

Frog Pond Early Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Alexandria, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 64 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with full-time care, part-time care and preschool. It says it provides meals. It lists monthly tuition from $1,550 to $2,100.

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 29 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

School-ageMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyPosts tuition

Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: 16 months through 5 years, 11 months
Ask when you call: current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
64 children

Hours

Hours

Monday8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday8:00 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–5:30 PM”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 16 months through 5 years, 11 months
ProgramsFull-time care, part-time care and preschool
ApproachPlay-based
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Discounts10% off tuition through December 31, 2026 if enrolled by September 30
Parent updatesParent app (Brightwheel)
Licensed capacity64 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Frog Pond Early Learning Center lists monthly tuition from $1,550 to $2,100.

Monthly · program, in its own wordsPrice
3-days a week$1,550
4-days a week$1,900
Full-time$2,100
non-refundable application fee per child$200
3 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.

State record

Inspection reports for Frog Pond Early Learning Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
64 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#1033771
See the state's record

Summary

14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 1, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 8 of 14 visits · 29 rules in all

  • Safety and hazards 9
  • Records and paperwork 5
  • Health, medication and illness 5
  • Staff training and qualifications 4
  • Building, equipment and play areas 3
  • Background checks 2
  • Supervision and ratios 1

For comparison: 91% of Virginia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8.

A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

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  1. May 1, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  2. Mar 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Oct 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Oct 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. May 30, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  6. May 12, 2025Inspection13 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-B

      “Within the first 90 days of employment or subsidy vendor approval, all staff who work directly with children shall complete VA Preservice Training for Child Care Staff. Staff member A's record did not contain documentation of completed VA Preservice Training and has been employed for more than two years.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “Staff who work directly with children shall annually attend at least 16 hours of training and staff development activities, to include the department's health and safety update course. Staff Member C's most recent VA Preservice Health and Safety Update course was dated 9/26/23.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Two spray bottles containing a cleaning solution were found in the Preschool bathroom sitting next to the children's sink.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION: Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. The outside gate that leads to the trailer classroom had a gap between the gate and the gate door, which did not allow for the gate door to latch closed.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-260-A

      “The center shall provide to the licensing representative an annual fire inspection report. The center's most recent fire permit expired 3/31/25. The center did not provide an updated inspection report.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-245-A

      “Staff shall complete annually a minimum of 16 hours of training appropriate to the age of children in care. Staff A, B and C's most recent documented trainings were dated in 2023.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-B

      “Staff shall complete orientation training prior to working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Staff member B and C's records did not contain documentation of completed staff orientation. Staff member B's hire date was not documented and Staff member C had been employed for more than one year.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “The following staff records shall be kept for each staff person: Staff member A's record did not contain documentation of tow completed reference checks and has been employed for more than two years.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION: Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain work phone number and place of employment for each parent who has custody, and documentation of viewing proof of the child's identity and age. Child #2's record did not contain documentation of the father's work phone number and has been attending for two years. Child #5's record did not contain documentation of the mother's work phone number and place of employment and has been attending for eight months. Child #4's record did not contain documentation of a signature of the staff member who viewed the proof of identity.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “At least every two years from the date of the first initial screening or testing, staff members shall obtain and submit the results of a follow-up tuberculosis screening. Staff member A's most recent TB screening was dated 10/6/22.”
    • Records and paperwork

      22.1-289.011-F

      “The license and any other documents required by the Superintendent shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. The center had the inspection reported dated 12/18/2024 posted. The center's most recent inspection was completed on 4/9/2025.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-G

      “REPEAT VIOLATION If hazardous substances are not kept in original containers, the substitute containers shall clearly indicate their contents. Two spray bottles were found in the Preschool bathroom. The spray bottles were not labeled and the Director was unable to identify the contents.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-D

      “The center shall implement a monthly practice of evacuation drill. During the time of inspection, the center did not have documentation of any completed fire drills for 2025.”
  7. May 12, 2025Inspection13 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-B

      “Within the first 90 days of employment or subsidy vendor approval, all staff who work directly with children shall complete VA Preservice Training for Child Care Staff. Staff member A's record did not contain documentation of completed VA Preservice Training and has been employed for more than two years.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “Staff who work directly with children shall annually attend at least 16 hours of training and staff development activities, to include the department's health and safety update course. Staff Member C's most recent VA Preservice Health and Safety Update course was dated 9/26/23.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Two spray bottles containing a cleaning solution were found in the Preschool bathroom sitting next to the children's sink.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION: Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. The outside gate that leads to the trailer classroom had a gap between the gate and the gate door, which did not allow for the gate door to latch closed.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-260-A

      “The center shall provide to the licensing representative an annual fire inspection report. The center's most recent fire permit expired 3/31/25. The center did not provide an updated inspection report.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-245-A

      “Staff shall complete annually a minimum of 16 hours of training appropriate to the age of children in care. Staff A, B and C's most recent documented trainings were dated in 2023.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-B

      “Staff shall complete orientation training prior to working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Staff member B and C's records did not contain documentation of completed staff orientation. Staff member B's hire date was not documented and Staff member C had been employed for more than one year.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “The following staff records shall be kept for each staff person: Staff member A's record did not contain documentation of tow completed reference checks and has been employed for more than two years.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION: Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain work phone number and place of employment for each parent who has custody, and documentation of viewing proof of the child's identity and age. Child #2's record did not contain documentation of the father's work phone number and has been attending for two years. Child #5's record did not contain documentation of the mother's work phone number and place of employment and has been attending for eight months. Child #4's record did not contain documentation of a signature of the staff member who viewed the proof of identity.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “At least every two years from the date of the first initial screening or testing, staff members shall obtain and submit the results of a follow-up tuberculosis screening. Staff member A's most recent TB screening was dated 10/6/22.”
    • Records and paperwork

      22.1-289.011-F

      “The license and any other documents required by the Superintendent shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. The center had the inspection reported dated 12/18/2024 posted. The center's most recent inspection was completed on 4/9/2025.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-G

      “REPEAT VIOLATION If hazardous substances are not kept in original containers, the substitute containers shall clearly indicate their contents. Two spray bottles were found in the Preschool bathroom. The spray bottles were not labeled and the Director was unable to identify the contents.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-D

      “The center shall implement a monthly practice of evacuation drill. During the time of inspection, the center did not have documentation of any completed fire drills for 2025.”
  8. Dec 18, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “The diapering area shall have a nonabsorbent surface for diapering. The surface used for diapering was torn, making it absorbent.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain documentation of viewing proof of the child's identity and age. Child #5's record did not contain documentation of viewing proof of the child's identity and age. Child #5 has been enrolled for over 2 months.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-G

      “Documentation shall be maintained of emergency evacuation, shelter-in-place, and lockdown drills. At the time of inspection, there was no documentation of emergency evacuation, shelter-in-place, and lockdown drills.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain documentation of viewing proof of the child's identity and age. Child #5's record did not contain documentation of viewing proof of the child's identity and age. Child #5 has been enrolled for over 2 months.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Areas and equipment of the center, inside, shall be maintained in a safe condition. There were multiple areas of chipped and peeling paint in two classrooms.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Hazardous substances shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. There was a spray bottle containing a bleach/water solution, unlocked, on a shelf in the Toddlers classroom.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-G

      “If hazardous substances are not kept in original containers, the substitute containers shall clearly indicate their contents. A spray bottle containing a bleach/water solution was not labeled to indicate its contents.”
  9. Dec 18, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “The diapering area shall have a nonabsorbent surface for diapering. The surface used for diapering was torn, making it absorbent.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain documentation of viewing proof of the child's identity and age. Child #5's record did not contain documentation of viewing proof of the child's identity and age. Child #5 has been enrolled for over 2 months.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-G

      “Documentation shall be maintained of emergency evacuation, shelter-in-place, and lockdown drills. At the time of inspection, there was no documentation of emergency evacuation, shelter-in-place, and lockdown drills.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain documentation of viewing proof of the child's identity and age. Child #5's record did not contain documentation of viewing proof of the child's identity and age. Child #5 has been enrolled for over 2 months.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Areas and equipment of the center, inside, shall be maintained in a safe condition. There were multiple areas of chipped and peeling paint in two classrooms.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Hazardous substances shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. There was a spray bottle containing a bleach/water solution, unlocked, on a shelf in the Toddlers classroom.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-G

      “If hazardous substances are not kept in original containers, the substitute containers shall clearly indicate their contents. A spray bottle containing a bleach/water solution was not labeled to indicate its contents.”
  10. Jul 31, 2024Complaint investigation4 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B Complaint related: No

      “Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, shall be kept in a locked place. There were cleaning supplies in an unlocked cabinet and in an unlocked drawer in the green dragonflies classroom. There was a spray bottle containing a bleach/water solution on a cubby in the blue dragonflies classroom.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-F Complaint related: No

      “Children under 10 years of age always shall be within actual sight and sound supervision of staff. Child #1 (age: 2 years) was out of actual sight and sound supervision of staff on the playground for approximately 2 to 4 minutes.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-M Complaint related: No

      “The licensee shall ensure that the center’s activities, services and facilities are maintained in compliance with the center’s own policies and procedures. The center has a policy that states ?students should be counted at the beginning and end of all transitions.? Staff #1 did not count students at the beginning and end of a transition from the playground to the classroom.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-520-B Complaint related: No

      “If sunscreen is used, it shall be inaccessible to children under five years of age. There were multiple sunscreens in an unlocked cabinet, accessible to children (ages: 4 to 5 years).”
Show 18 earlier visits
  1. Apr 9, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that equipment of the center, outside, were maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: There were three tricycles on the playground that were rusted. One tricycle's seat had peeling plastic. One tricycle had broken plastic pieces with sharp edges.”
  2. Apr 9, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that equipment of the center, outside, were maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: There were three tricycles on the playground that were rusted. One tricycle's seat had peeling plastic. One tricycle had broken plastic pieces with sharp edges.”
  3. Mar 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Jan 10, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION/ SYSTEMIC DEFICIENCY Based on record review, the center failed to obtain documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening for 2 out of 2 staff members at the time of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #1?s (start date: 12/04/2023) documentation of a TB screening was dated 12/07/2023. 2. Staff #2?s (start date: 11/15/2023) documentation of a TB screening was dated 11/16/2023.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-B

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on record review, 1 out of 2 employees of the center was employed before the center had the person’s completed sworn statement. Evidence: At the time of record review, Staff #1 (start date: 12/04/2023) did not have a sworn disclosure statement on file. Staff #1 completed their Sworn Disclosure during the inspection.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “REPEAT VIOLATION/ SYSTEMIC DEFICIENCY Based on record review, the center failed to obtain a copy of the results of a criminal history record check prior to the first day of employment for a staff member, from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1. Staff #1?s (start date: 12/04/2023) indicates that they resided out of state in the preceding five years. 2. Staff #1?s record does not contain results of an out-of-state criminal history record check.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-290-A-3

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on observation, electrical outlets did not have protective covers. Evidence: There were three outlets uncovered and within reach of children in the Green Dragonflies classroom.”
  5. Oct 10, 2023Inspection14 rules cited
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-B

      “Based on record review, an employee of the center was employed before the center had the person’s completed sworn statement. Evidence: Staff #2 (start date 09/04/2023) did not have a sworn disclosure statement on file.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.036-B-2

      “Based on record review, the center failed to obtain fingerprinting results for a staff member every five years. Evidence: Staff #5?s most recent fingerprinting results was dated 04/23/2018.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on record review and staff interview, the center failed to obtain a copy of the results of a criminal history record check prior to the first day of employment and results of a child abuse and neglect search by the end of the 30th day of employment for a staff member, from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1. Staff #4 confirmed that Staff #2 (start date: 09/04/2023) resided out of state in the preceding five years. 2. Staff #2?s record does not contain results of an out-of-state criminal history record check or results of an out-of-state child abuse and neglect search.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “REPEAT VIOLATION/ SYSTEMIC DEFIENCY Based on record review, the center failed to obtain all information for 5 out of 6 staff records. Evidence: 1. Staff #1?s (start date: 05/12/2023) record did not contain documentation that two or more references were checked before employment. 2. Staff #2?s (start date: 09/04/2023) did not contain documentation that two or more references were checked before employment. 3. Staff #3?s (start date: 08/09/2023) record did not contain documentation that two or more references were checked before employment. 4. Staff #4?s (start date: 03/11/2021) record did not contain documentation that two or more references were checked before employment. 5. Staff #6?s (start date: 10/02/2023) did not documentation that two or more references were checked before employment. 6. Staff #3 and Staff #6?s records did not contain a name, address and telephone number of a person to be notified in an emergency.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-780-260-B

      “Based on record review and staff interview, the center failed to obtain annual approval from the health department for meeting requirements for water supply and sewage disposal system. Evidence: Staff #4 confirmed that the center had not obtained a sanitation inspection.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-290-A-3

      “Based on observation, electrical outlets did not have protective covers. Evidence: 1. There was on outlet uncovered under the fan in the Green Dragonflies classroom. 2. There was one outlet under the whiteboard and two outlets under the teacher board uncovered in the Blue Dragonflies classroom.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-F

      “Based on staff interview, the center failed to develop a written policy and procedure that describes how the center will ensure that each group of children receives care by consistent staff. Evidence: Staff #4 confirmed that the center had not developed a written policy and procedure on consistency of staff.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on record review, the center failed to obtain all information for 1 out of 5 children’s records. Evidence: Child #2?s (start date: 07/25/2022) record did not contain an address for emergency contact #1 and #2.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, disposable diapers were not disposed in a storage system that is either foot-operated or used in such a way that neither the staff member’s hand nor the soiled diaper touches the exterior surface during disposal. Evidence: The bathroom in the Tadpoles classroom contained a battery-operated trash can that is designed to open by waving your hand over it. During the inspection, the trash can was not opening automatically, causing staff to open it manually, by hand.”
    • Discipline and child guidance

      8VAC20-780-40-K

      “Based on staff interview, the center failed to develop written procedures for prevention of shaken baby syndrome or abusive head trauma. Evidence: Staff #4 confirmed that the center did not have written procedures for prevention of shaken baby syndrome or abusive head trauma.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-40-I

      “Based on staff interview, the center failed to develop written procedures for injury prevention. Evidence: Staff #4 confirmed that the center did not have written procedures for injury prevention.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on record review, not all staff members submitted documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening at the time of employment. Evidence: Staff #3?s (start date: 08/09/2023) documentation of a TB screening was dated 08/16/2023.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-I

      “Based on record review, the center failed to ensure that requirements were met when administering prescription medication. Evidence: 1. A medication administration log indicated that Staff #4 administered a prescription medication to Child #6 on 10/02/2023. 2. There was no written authorization from a parent or guardian for the medication on file. 3. The medication did not have a prescription label.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-C

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on record review, the center failed to include all topics for staff orientation training. Evidence: The center’s orientation training did not include prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma or prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and other allergic reactions.”
  6. Oct 10, 2023Inspection14 rules cited
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-B

      “Based on record review, an employee of the center was employed before the center had the person’s completed sworn statement. Evidence: Staff #2 (start date 09/04/2023) did not have a sworn disclosure statement on file.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.036-B-2

      “Based on record review, the center failed to obtain fingerprinting results for a staff member every five years. Evidence: Staff #5?s most recent fingerprinting results was dated 04/23/2018.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on record review and staff interview, the center failed to obtain a copy of the results of a criminal history record check prior to the first day of employment and results of a child abuse and neglect search by the end of the 30th day of employment for a staff member, from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1. Staff #4 confirmed that Staff #2 (start date: 09/04/2023) resided out of state in the preceding five years. 2. Staff #2?s record does not contain results of an out-of-state criminal history record check or results of an out-of-state child abuse and neglect search.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “REPEAT VIOLATION/ SYSTEMIC DEFIENCY Based on record review, the center failed to obtain all information for 5 out of 6 staff records. Evidence: 1. Staff #1?s (start date: 05/12/2023) record did not contain documentation that two or more references were checked before employment. 2. Staff #2?s (start date: 09/04/2023) did not contain documentation that two or more references were checked before employment. 3. Staff #3?s (start date: 08/09/2023) record did not contain documentation that two or more references were checked before employment. 4. Staff #4?s (start date: 03/11/2021) record did not contain documentation that two or more references were checked before employment. 5. Staff #6?s (start date: 10/02/2023) did not documentation that two or more references were checked before employment. 6. Staff #3 and Staff #6?s records did not contain a name, address and telephone number of a person to be notified in an emergency.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-780-260-B

      “Based on record review and staff interview, the center failed to obtain annual approval from the health department for meeting requirements for water supply and sewage disposal system. Evidence: Staff #4 confirmed that the center had not obtained a sanitation inspection.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-290-A-3

      “Based on observation, electrical outlets did not have protective covers. Evidence: 1. There was on outlet uncovered under the fan in the Green Dragonflies classroom. 2. There was one outlet under the whiteboard and two outlets under the teacher board uncovered in the Blue Dragonflies classroom.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-F

      “Based on staff interview, the center failed to develop a written policy and procedure that describes how the center will ensure that each group of children receives care by consistent staff. Evidence: Staff #4 confirmed that the center had not developed a written policy and procedure on consistency of staff.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on record review, the center failed to obtain all information for 1 out of 5 children’s records. Evidence: Child #2?s (start date: 07/25/2022) record did not contain an address for emergency contact #1 and #2.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, disposable diapers were not disposed in a storage system that is either foot-operated or used in such a way that neither the staff member’s hand nor the soiled diaper touches the exterior surface during disposal. Evidence: The bathroom in the Tadpoles classroom contained a battery-operated trash can that is designed to open by waving your hand over it. During the inspection, the trash can was not opening automatically, causing staff to open it manually, by hand.”
    • Discipline and child guidance

      8VAC20-780-40-K

      “Based on staff interview, the center failed to develop written procedures for prevention of shaken baby syndrome or abusive head trauma. Evidence: Staff #4 confirmed that the center did not have written procedures for prevention of shaken baby syndrome or abusive head trauma.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-40-I

      “Based on staff interview, the center failed to develop written procedures for injury prevention. Evidence: Staff #4 confirmed that the center did not have written procedures for injury prevention.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on record review, not all staff members submitted documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening at the time of employment. Evidence: Staff #3?s (start date: 08/09/2023) documentation of a TB screening was dated 08/16/2023.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-I

      “Based on record review, the center failed to ensure that requirements were met when administering prescription medication. Evidence: 1. A medication administration log indicated that Staff #4 administered a prescription medication to Child #6 on 10/02/2023. 2. There was no written authorization from a parent or guardian for the medication on file. 3. The medication did not have a prescription label.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-C

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on record review, the center failed to include all topics for staff orientation training. Evidence: The center’s orientation training did not include prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma or prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and other allergic reactions.”
  7. Jul 19, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  8. Mar 14, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on record review, staff records did not contain all information. Not all staff hired after March 1, 1996 had documentation that two or more references were checked before employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (hire date: 01/09/2023) did not have documentation of references on file. 2. Staff #2 (hire date: 01/30/2023) did not have documentation of references on file. 3. Staff #3 (hire date: 12/16/2022) did not have documentation of references on file.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Based on record review and interview, the provider did not obtain a copy of the results of a search of the child abuse and neglect registry for a caregiver from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (employment date: 01/09/2023) resided in Maryland (MD) in the preceding five years. There was no documentation of a MD central registry finding on file. 2. Staff #1 resided in Washington D.C.in the preceding five years. Staff #4 stated that a search of the child abuse and neglect registry from Washington D.C. had not been requested. 3. Staff #1 did not have the results of a criminal history record information check from Washington D.C. on file. Staff #4 stated that a criminal history record information check from Washington D.C. had not been requested.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-C-2

      “Based on record review and staff interview, two of three staff files did not contain a central registry finding. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (employment date: 01/09/2023) did not have documentation of a Virginia central registry finding at the time of inspection. 2. Staff #3 (employment date: 12/16/2022) did not have documentation of a Virginia central registry finding at the time of inspection. 3. Staff #4 stated that the request for search of central registry was submitted during the first week of February.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Based on record review, each staff member did not submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening. Evidence: Staff #3 did not have documentation of a negative TB screening on file.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center, outside, were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: There was a wire sticking out from the wire fence that surrounds the Nicholson playground.”
  9. Mar 14, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on record review, staff records did not contain all information. Not all staff hired after March 1, 1996 had documentation that two or more references were checked before employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (hire date: 01/09/2023) did not have documentation of references on file. 2. Staff #2 (hire date: 01/30/2023) did not have documentation of references on file. 3. Staff #3 (hire date: 12/16/2022) did not have documentation of references on file.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Based on record review and interview, the provider did not obtain a copy of the results of a search of the child abuse and neglect registry for a caregiver from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (employment date: 01/09/2023) resided in Maryland (MD) in the preceding five years. There was no documentation of a MD central registry finding on file. 2. Staff #1 resided in Washington D.C.in the preceding five years. Staff #4 stated that a search of the child abuse and neglect registry from Washington D.C. had not been requested. 3. Staff #1 did not have the results of a criminal history record information check from Washington D.C. on file. Staff #4 stated that a criminal history record information check from Washington D.C. had not been requested.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-C-2

      “Based on record review and staff interview, two of three staff files did not contain a central registry finding. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (employment date: 01/09/2023) did not have documentation of a Virginia central registry finding at the time of inspection. 2. Staff #3 (employment date: 12/16/2022) did not have documentation of a Virginia central registry finding at the time of inspection. 3. Staff #4 stated that the request for search of central registry was submitted during the first week of February.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Based on record review, each staff member did not submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening. Evidence: Staff #3 did not have documentation of a negative TB screening on file.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center, outside, were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: There was a wire sticking out from the wire fence that surrounds the Nicholson playground.”
  10. Oct 20, 2022VisitNo rules cited
  11. Sep 28, 2022Complaint investigation5 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on observation and staff interview, areas and equipment of the center, outside, were not maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. There was a rusty pipe located towards the center of the sandbox in the ?Cherry Pink Space.? 2. Staff #1 stated that there is a plan to cut down the pipe, add a rubber top and replenish the sandbox with more sand.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, were not maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. There were multiple areas of chipped paint located on the back wall and under the loft in the Frogs classroom. 2. There was paint peeling on the wall by the sink in the Tadpoles bathroom. 3. There were three loose paver stones in ?The Meadow? that were tripping hazards to the children. 4. There were rotting tree stumps with splintered wood located in ?The Meadow? accessible to children. 5. There was a hole in the grass of the ?The Meadow? creating a tripping hazard to the children. 6. There were loose, rotting tree stumps located in the ?Great Aunt Maple? area.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “Based on record review and staff interview, staff members did not obtain and submit the results of a follow-up tuberculosis (TB) screening at least every two years from the date of the initial screening or testing. Evidence: 1. Staff #1?s most recent TB screening was dated 12/13/2019. 2. Staff #2?s most recent TB screening was dated 07/04/2020. 3. Staff #3?s most recent TB screening was dated 01/11/2020. 4. Staff #4?s most recent TB screening was dated 02/28/2019. 5. Staff #5 stated that the staff were asked to complete new TB screenings by 10/03/2022.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-E

      “Based on observation and staff interview, sandboxes with bottoms which prevent drainage were not covered when not in use. Evidence: 1. The sandbox located in the ?Cherry Pink Space? had a tarp across the sand, but was not completely covered. The sandbox was not in use. 2. The sandbox box located in ?Toad Mountain? was not covered. The sandbox was not in use. 3. Staff #5 stated that the sandbox in ?Cherry Pink Space? and ?Toad Mountain? do not have a way to drain.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place. Evidence: In the Tadpoles bathroom, a spray bottle containing a bleach/water solution was located on an open shelf accessible to children.”
  12. Sep 28, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on observation and staff interview, areas and equipment of the center, outside, were not maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. There was a rusty pipe located towards the center of the sandbox in the ?Cherry Pink Space.? 2. Staff #1 stated that there is a plan to cut down the pipe, add a rubber top and replenish the sandbox with more sand.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, were not maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. There were multiple areas of chipped paint located on the back wall and under the loft in the Frogs classroom. 2. There was paint peeling on the wall by the sink in the Tadpoles bathroom. 3. There were three loose paver stones in ?The Meadow? that were tripping hazards to the children. 4. There were rotting tree stumps with splintered wood located in ?The Meadow? accessible to children. 5. There was a hole in the grass of the ?The Meadow? creating a tripping hazard to the children. 6. There were loose, rotting tree stumps located in the ?Great Aunt Maple? area.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “Based on record review and staff interview, staff members did not obtain and submit the results of a follow-up tuberculosis (TB) screening at least every two years from the date of the initial screening or testing. Evidence: 1. Staff #1?s most recent TB screening was dated 12/13/2019. 2. Staff #2?s most recent TB screening was dated 07/04/2020. 3. Staff #3?s most recent TB screening was dated 01/11/2020. 4. Staff #4?s most recent TB screening was dated 02/28/2019. 5. Staff #5 stated that the staff were asked to complete new TB screenings by 10/03/2022.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-E

      “Based on observation and staff interview, sandboxes with bottoms which prevent drainage were not covered when not in use. Evidence: 1. The sandbox located in the ?Cherry Pink Space? had a tarp across the sand, but was not completely covered. The sandbox was not in use. 2. The sandbox box located in ?Toad Mountain? was not covered. The sandbox was not in use. 3. Staff #5 stated that the sandbox in ?Cherry Pink Space? and ?Toad Mountain? do not have a way to drain.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place. Evidence: In the Tadpoles bathroom, a spray bottle containing a bleach/water solution was located on an open shelf accessible to children.”
  13. Sep 28, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on observation and staff interview, areas and equipment of the center, outside, were not maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. There was a rusty pipe located towards the center of the sandbox in the ?Cherry Pink Space.? 2. Staff #1 stated that there is a plan to cut down the pipe, add a rubber top and replenish the sandbox with more sand.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, were not maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. There were multiple areas of chipped paint located on the back wall and under the loft in the Frogs classroom. 2. There was paint peeling on the wall by the sink in the Tadpoles bathroom. 3. There were three loose paver stones in ?The Meadow? that were tripping hazards to the children. 4. There were rotting tree stumps with splintered wood located in ?The Meadow? accessible to children. 5. There was a hole in the grass of the ?The Meadow? creating a tripping hazard to the children. 6. There were loose, rotting tree stumps located in the ?Great Aunt Maple? area.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “Based on record review and staff interview, staff members did not obtain and submit the results of a follow-up tuberculosis (TB) screening at least every two years from the date of the initial screening or testing. Evidence: 1. Staff #1?s most recent TB screening was dated 12/13/2019. 2. Staff #2?s most recent TB screening was dated 07/04/2020. 3. Staff #3?s most recent TB screening was dated 01/11/2020. 4. Staff #4?s most recent TB screening was dated 02/28/2019. 5. Staff #5 stated that the staff were asked to complete new TB screenings by 10/03/2022.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-E

      “Based on observation and staff interview, sandboxes with bottoms which prevent drainage were not covered when not in use. Evidence: 1. The sandbox located in the ?Cherry Pink Space? had a tarp across the sand, but was not completely covered. The sandbox was not in use. 2. The sandbox box located in ?Toad Mountain? was not covered. The sandbox was not in use. 3. Staff #5 stated that the sandbox in ?Cherry Pink Space? and ?Toad Mountain? do not have a way to drain.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place. Evidence: In the Tadpoles bathroom, a spray bottle containing a bleach/water solution was located on an open shelf accessible to children.”
  14. Apr 6, 2022Inspection16 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “Based on record review and interview, staff who work directly with children have not completed the departments preservice training and/or the health and safety update. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (date of hire: 1/5/2021) record does not contain documentation of completing the preservice training or the health and safety update training. 2. Staff #3 (date of hire: 9/21/2020) record does not contain documentation of completing the preservice training. 3. Staff #4 (date of hire: 2/17/2021) record does not contain documentation of completing the preservice training or the health and safety update training. 4. Staff #5 (date of hire: 1/27/2020) record does not contain documentation of completing the health and safety update training.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-G

      “Based on a review of medications, medication was not labeled with each child's name. Evidence: Child #1 has two emergency medications kept on site in case of a potential ingestion of an allergen. Neither medication was labeled with the child's name.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-E

      “Based on record review and interview, shelter-in-place procedures were not practiced a minimum of twice per year. Evidence: There is no documentation of shelter-in-place drills practiced in 2021. The program director confirmed that two shelter drills were not practiced.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-E

      “Based on observation, sand boxes with bottoms were not covered when not in use. Evidence: There is a permanent structural sandbox in the playground that is raised off the ground. There was sand observed in the box with approximately four inches of water and weeds on top of the sand. The sandbox did not have a covered to be placed over it when not in sure.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-820-120-E-2

      “Based on record review, the findings of the most recent inspection of the facility was not posted. Evidence: The inspection that is posted at the facility is a subsidy inspection, dated 3/30/2021. The most recent inspection was 2/15/2022.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous substances, such as cleaning materials, were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: A bottle of bleach cleaner was observed on an open shelf above the sink in the bullfrogs bathroom.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, areas of the center were not kept in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. The green, metal hand railings that lead to the downstairs classrooms are covered in peeling paint and rust. The children were observed walking up and down the ramp with their hands on the railings. 2. Four bikes/trikes were observed to have missing handlebar covers, exposing the rusted metal ends of the handlebars. 3. A pink plastic bike was observed to have a broken seat with hard, jagged edges. 4. The cushioned seat of a balance bike was observed to be torn open, exposing the foam cushion.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-H

      “Based on a review of medications, nonprescription medication was not kept in the original container. Evidence: Child #1 has one nonprescription emergency medications kept on site in case of a potential ingestion of an allergen. The medication was not in the original container.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-D

      “Based on record review, the center has not implemented a monthly practice evacuation drill. Evidence: There is no documentation of evacuation drills being practiced during the months of January, October, November and December of 2021.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, the center has not ensured that children's records were maintained and updated annually. Evidence: Child #2's record has not been updated since February 2021. Child #4's record has not been updated since June 2018.”
    • Safety and hazards

      22.1-289.058

      “Based on interview, teach building of the child day program is not equipped with at least one carbon monoxide detector. Evidence: The program director confirmed that both buildings that house parts of the child day program do not have carbon monoxide detectors installed.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Based on record review and interview, the child day program has not obtained the results of a sex offender registry check, and a search of the child abuse and neglect registry or equivalent registry from any state in which an individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: Staff #4 documented on their sworn disclosure statement that they had resided in New York within the 5 years preceding employment with the licensee. The staff's record does not contain documentation of a New York sex offender registry check or a New York child abuse and neglect registry check. The program director confirmed that the out of state background checks have not been completed.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-P

      “Based on a review of medications and authorizations, the center did not return or disposed of medications within 14 days of when the authorization to administer medication had expired. Evidence: Child #1's authorization to administer medication expired 10/11/2021. The medication was observed on site during today's inspection without an updated authorization.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-C

      “Based on record review, orientation training has not included all required topics. Evidence: Staff #3 and Staff #4's records do not contain documentation of Recognizing child abuse and neglect and the legal requirements for reporting suspected child abuse as required by ? 63.2-1509 of the Code of Virginia training.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on record review, staff records do not contain all required information. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 record does not contain documentation of two reference checks.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-60-A-8

      “Based on a review of medications and interview, a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction has not been obtained for each child. Evidence: 1. Child #1 has a diagnosed food allergy and the allergy care plan on record is not signed by a physician or parent. 2. Child #2 has a diagnosed food allergy and there is no allergy care plan on record.”
  15. Apr 6, 2022Inspection16 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “Based on record review and interview, staff who work directly with children have not completed the departments preservice training and/or the health and safety update. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (date of hire: 1/5/2021) record does not contain documentation of completing the preservice training or the health and safety update training. 2. Staff #3 (date of hire: 9/21/2020) record does not contain documentation of completing the preservice training. 3. Staff #4 (date of hire: 2/17/2021) record does not contain documentation of completing the preservice training or the health and safety update training. 4. Staff #5 (date of hire: 1/27/2020) record does not contain documentation of completing the health and safety update training.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-G

      “Based on a review of medications, medication was not labeled with each child's name. Evidence: Child #1 has two emergency medications kept on site in case of a potential ingestion of an allergen. Neither medication was labeled with the child's name.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-E

      “Based on record review and interview, shelter-in-place procedures were not practiced a minimum of twice per year. Evidence: There is no documentation of shelter-in-place drills practiced in 2021. The program director confirmed that two shelter drills were not practiced.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-E

      “Based on observation, sand boxes with bottoms were not covered when not in use. Evidence: There is a permanent structural sandbox in the playground that is raised off the ground. There was sand observed in the box with approximately four inches of water and weeds on top of the sand. The sandbox did not have a covered to be placed over it when not in sure.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-820-120-E-2

      “Based on record review, the findings of the most recent inspection of the facility was not posted. Evidence: The inspection that is posted at the facility is a subsidy inspection, dated 3/30/2021. The most recent inspection was 2/15/2022.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous substances, such as cleaning materials, were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: A bottle of bleach cleaner was observed on an open shelf above the sink in the bullfrogs bathroom.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, areas of the center were not kept in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. The green, metal hand railings that lead to the downstairs classrooms are covered in peeling paint and rust. The children were observed walking up and down the ramp with their hands on the railings. 2. Four bikes/trikes were observed to have missing handlebar covers, exposing the rusted metal ends of the handlebars. 3. A pink plastic bike was observed to have a broken seat with hard, jagged edges. 4. The cushioned seat of a balance bike was observed to be torn open, exposing the foam cushion.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-H

      “Based on a review of medications, nonprescription medication was not kept in the original container. Evidence: Child #1 has one nonprescription emergency medications kept on site in case of a potential ingestion of an allergen. The medication was not in the original container.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-D

      “Based on record review, the center has not implemented a monthly practice evacuation drill. Evidence: There is no documentation of evacuation drills being practiced during the months of January, October, November and December of 2021.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, the center has not ensured that children's records were maintained and updated annually. Evidence: Child #2's record has not been updated since February 2021. Child #4's record has not been updated since June 2018.”
    • Safety and hazards

      22.1-289.058

      “Based on interview, teach building of the child day program is not equipped with at least one carbon monoxide detector. Evidence: The program director confirmed that both buildings that house parts of the child day program do not have carbon monoxide detectors installed.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Based on record review and interview, the child day program has not obtained the results of a sex offender registry check, and a search of the child abuse and neglect registry or equivalent registry from any state in which an individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: Staff #4 documented on their sworn disclosure statement that they had resided in New York within the 5 years preceding employment with the licensee. The staff's record does not contain documentation of a New York sex offender registry check or a New York child abuse and neglect registry check. The program director confirmed that the out of state background checks have not been completed.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-P

      “Based on a review of medications and authorizations, the center did not return or disposed of medications within 14 days of when the authorization to administer medication had expired. Evidence: Child #1's authorization to administer medication expired 10/11/2021. The medication was observed on site during today's inspection without an updated authorization.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-C

      “Based on record review, orientation training has not included all required topics. Evidence: Staff #3 and Staff #4's records do not contain documentation of Recognizing child abuse and neglect and the legal requirements for reporting suspected child abuse as required by ? 63.2-1509 of the Code of Virginia training.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on record review, staff records do not contain all required information. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 record does not contain documentation of two reference checks.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-60-A-8

      “Based on a review of medications and interview, a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction has not been obtained for each child. Evidence: 1. Child #1 has a diagnosed food allergy and the allergy care plan on record is not signed by a physician or parent. 2. Child #2 has a diagnosed food allergy and there is no allergy care plan on record.”
  16. Feb 15, 2022VisitNo rules cited
  17. Oct 25, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      22VAC40-185-550-D

      “Based on record review, the center has not maintained documentation of a monthly practice evacuation drill. Evidence: The log of fire drills submitted by the school Director does not contain documentation of a fire drill for the month of January 2020. The Director stated that those drills would have been conducted prior to their employment with the school and they cannot confirm if a drill was practiced.”
  18. Oct 25, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      22VAC40-185-550-D

      “Based on record review, the center has not maintained documentation of a monthly practice evacuation drill. Evidence: The log of fire drills submitted by the school Director does not contain documentation of a fire drill for the month of January 2020. The Director stated that those drills would have been conducted prior to their employment with the school and they cannot confirm if a drill was practiced.”

Copied from Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2012. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about Frog Pond Early Learning Center

Is Frog Pond Early Learning Center licensed?

Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.

When was Frog Pond Early Learning Center last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on May 1, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Frog Pond Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 29 rules across 8 of 14 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 91% of Virginia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

How many children can Frog Pond Early Learning Center care for?

64, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Frog Pond Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Frog Pond Early Learning Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Frog Pond Early Learning Center cost?

Monthly tuition from $1,550 to $2,100, as it lists it.

What is Frog Pond Early Learning Center's phone number?

(703) 765-7663.

Where is Frog Pond Early Learning Center?

7204 Harrison Lane, Alexandria, VA 22306. The nearest other daycare we list is Fairfax County Park Authority, 0.6 miles away.

Sources: Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety (license and visits).